Basic Fields
Use Basic Fields for simple input types that cover most daily data collection.
Basic Fields are the default choice for most Edmissa setup work. They store one value or one clear set of choices.
Use Basic Fields before you consider grouped or repeating structures.
Field Types In This Category
| Field type | Best for |
|---|---|
| Text Input | Short free text. |
| Text Area | Longer notes. |
| Number | Numeric values. |
| Email addresses. | |
| Phone | Phone numbers. |
| URL | Web links. |
| Date | Dates without time. |
| Date & Time | Dates with time. |
| Time | Time of day. |
| Dropdown | One value from a fixed list. |
| Multi Select | More than one value from a fixed list. |
| Radio Buttons | A short visible list where users choose one value. |
| Checkbox | A yes or no value. |
| File Upload | A file attachment. |
| Image Upload | An image attachment. |
| Rich Text | Formatted notes. |
| Currency | Money values. |
| Percentage | Percentage values. |
| Rating | Simple scores. |
| Color Picker | Color values. |
When To Use Basic Fields
Use Basic Fields when the value can be captured with one input, one choice list, one file, or one number.
Examples for Student Visa Processing include Passport Number, Primary Email, Application Deadline, University Name, Offer Status, Tuition Deposit, and Visa Outcome.
When Not To Use Basic Fields
Do not force a Basic Field when users need to enter several related parts or several repeated rows. Use Compound Fields, Repeating Fields, or Custom Fields instead.